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National Museum of Scotland
National museum covering science, design, world cultures and Scottish history. Excellent for varied collections and a dramatic central hall.
Cheapest price on 18 Oct
£29
Average ticket price on 18 Oct
£44
Fastest journey on 18 Oct
3 h
Average journey duration on 18 Oct
3 h 14 m
Trains on 18 Oct
3
Distance
194 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockton-on-Tees to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockton-on-Tees to Edinburgh will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
To travel from Stockton-on-Tees to Edinburgh you need to make at least one change.
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G66991Trains from Stockton-on-Tees to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 194 km distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 194 km |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 23:28 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 5 days |
The table below shows live departures for Stockton-on-Tees to Edinburgh trains for today, Saturday 17 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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P28725+ G01076 | On time 17:09 Stockton (STK) | 2h57 | 20:06 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C31826+ G80252 | On time 17:52 Stockton (STK) | 2h38 | 20:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
P28732+ G01079 | On time 18:08 Stockton (STK) | 3h01 | 21:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C31832+ G80260 | On time 18:52 Stockton (STK) | 2h43 | 21:35 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
P28742+ G01081 | On time 19:08 Stockton (STK) | 3h05 | 22:13 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
G89365+ G80264 | On time 19:51 Stockton (STK) | 2h43 | 22:34 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
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National museum covering science, design, world cultures and Scottish history. Excellent for varied collections and a dramatic central hall.
Major art gallery with Scottish and international works from the Renaissance to the late nineteenth century, beside Princes Street Gardens.
Contemporary art gallery in a converted schoolhouse, known for thoughtful exhibitions by Scottish and international artists near the Royal Mile.
Historic street linking the castle and Holyroodhouse, lined with closes, shops and public buildings. Ideal for first-time visitors on foot.
Extinct volcano with popular walking routes and broad views over the city and coast. A rewarding outdoor escape close to the centre.
Large public gardens below the castle, good for a break between Old and New Town sights, with monuments, lawns and seasonal planting.
A rich Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions, closely associated with east coast cooking and widely enjoyed in Edinburgh.
Scotland’s iconic savoury pudding of sheep’s offal, oats and spices, traditionally served with neeps and tatties at Burns suppers.
A classic Scottish dessert of raspberries, whipped cream, honey and toasted oats, often linked with soft fruit from eastern Scotland.
Elegant dining room serving refined Scottish tasting menus focused on seasonal produce in a calm central setting.
Popular traditional restaurant near the Castle, specialising in haggis, game and hearty Scottish comfort food.
Stylish brasserie and oyster bar with Scottish seafood, shellfish and classic dishes in a grand city-centre space.
Moderate for the UK. Rooms and dining are pricier in peak season, but buses are affordable and budget eats are easy to find.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés and pubs usually do not expect tips.
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Edinburgh Waverley -> Princes Street, Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockton-on-Tees to Edinburgh by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stockton-on-Tees to Edinburgh trains use the Stockton to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Stockton-on-Tees and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stockton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Stockton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stockton: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Stockton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed. Step free access to both platforms via ramped footbridge. No problems to get on to the Middlesbrough bound platform as level access, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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